Child Play Therapy
for ages 3-8
Play therapy refers to treatment methods that apply to the therapeutic benefits of play. In the process, the therapist's role is the help a child identify and address their own problems and resolve them through play. This is especially helpful when they do not have the words to express themselves. Play is the language and the words are the toys. The benefits of play include increased communication, social and emotional regulation, formation of problem-solving skills and advanced cognitive development (adapted from APA literature).
Family Therapy & Parent Consultation
Family therapy is defined as helping the family function in more positive and constructive ways by exploring patterns of communication and providing support and education. Family therapy sessions can include the child or adolescent along with parents, siblings, and grandparents. It can also be co-parenting through divorce, single families, and blending families. Parent consultation is done when parents are looking to discuss parenting strategies and want to implement those on their own. This can be a quick and cost-effective way to get some questions answered and see real success within your family.
School Observation & Consultation
for pre-school and up
One of the services that we often provide is observation in your child's current educational placement. This is typically requested when either the school is looking for additional ideas on how to manage or maintain a child in the classroom or when parents have questions about educational fit. This services as an opportunity for a mental health expert to consult with an educational expert. A written report is provided with specific recommendations as to the best interest of the child.
Psychotherapy for Tweens & Teens
for ages 8 and up
Psychotherapy is a form of treatment that involves therapeutic conversations and interactions between a therapist and a child or family. It can help children and families understand and resolve problems, modify behavior, and make positive changes in their lives. There are several types of psychotherapy that involve different approaches, techniques, and interventions. At times, a combination of different psychotherapy approaches may be helpful (adapted from aacap literature). Among the approaches we use are cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), family therapy and psychodynamic therapy. We are all strength based and systems oriented. We use movement, mindfulness, and art with many of the older kids and teens that we treat.
Assessment & Diagnostic Evaluations
for kids ages 6 and up
Evaluations are available to assess for ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Stress Indexes, Internalizing and Externalizing Behaviors and as well Risk Assessments. Cognitive Evaluations as a part of an educational and or psychological assessment are often times helpful in understanding your child's learning style, identifying any potential disabilities and in deciding on school placement.
Young Adults
We continue seeing young adults after they graduate high school to address transition issues. Some are going to college, some are in a gap year and some just don't know what to do next. Typical issues we treat during this time are anxiety, depression, disordered eating, high stress and burnout.
